Nordstrom Final Clearance – Summer 2013
That was fast. Usually it takes a couple of weeks for the Half-Yearly sale for men to come to a quiet close. This year it was a week and change.
Once the Half-Yearly sale ends, Nordstrom usually slashes prices further on much of what’s left over. Also, new items seem to appear in the sale section. Sometimes those new editions are 33% off, sometimes 50%. This is a sneaky one. It’s not well publicized, there’s fewer items (and sizes) to pick from… yet it’s still very much worth a look. Shipping and returns are free of course.
Cole Haan Air Madison Single Monk Strap – $123.98 ($248)
A less-fortunate man’s Lubbock? Great looking shape and lots of sizes. Should work just as well with all of these outfits over here.
Nordstrom Smartcare Trim Fit Dress Shirt in Stripe or Small Check – $32.49 ($65)
You’re not going to find a better dress shirt in the low $30’s range. Neck & sleeve measurements, good fabric, and great collars. Could be slimmer through the sides and arms, but perfect for wearing under a blazer or suit jacket.
Jack Spade Davis Brief – $159.90 ($325)
Official briefcase of Spinal Tap’s Management team.
Brooks Bros. Milano Fit Trousers in Oxford Cloth – $49.25 ($98.50)
Now half off. Sizes are starting to get scarce on the blue option. The Milano fit is the trimmest of all Brooks Brothers fits, and is even a little too trim for some. Casual cloth, but not casual thanks to the pressed crease.
Gitman Silk/Cotton Woven Tie – $47.49 ($95)
Old school but anything but dusty. 2.5″ means it’ll be too slim for some. Pricey, but they’re made in the USA and the quality is up there. Now half off.
1901 Blue Suede Carson Buck – $66.96 ($99.95)
A terrific basic from a younger leaning Nordstrom house brand. Blue suedes can take you very far in the summer. Go sockless and you can even wear em’ with shorts. Tons of sizes. Also available in grey, with limited sizes available.
Tommy Hilfiger 47mm Watch in brown or black – $98.98 ($165)
Lil’ big. BUT. If you’re a bigger guy, or just like a larger watch on your wrist, that’s lots of sporty/industrial/modern looks for a hundred bucks. A warning on Hilfiger watches though… they can look a lot better than they can feel in your hands. Quartz. Ion plated stainless steel case and mineral crystal.
John W. Nordstrom Cotton Sportcoat – $176.98 ($295)
A true blue, summer blazer that’s partially lined. Side vents. From their upper house brand. Does say it’s a classic cut, so know you might have to invest a bit in tailoring.
John Varvatos Star USA Seersucker Sportcoat – $99.49 ($199)
Cotton, partially lined, and claims a trim fit. But be careful with that length. 28″ length on a 38R. That’s about an inch shorter than a J. Crew Factory Thompson 38R.
Dockers Alpha Khaki – $29.49 ($59)
Trim enough that some think they’re too trim, but plenty swear by em’ at the same time. Free shipping & returns might have some on the leaner side taking these for a test drive. Sizes are scattered, but there’s a ton of colors to choose from.
To Boot New York Wingtip – $164.98 ($275) | Varvatos Star USA Wingtip – $98.90 ($198)
Both lean silhouette suede wingers that’ll see more use in the fall. That TBNY is pretty sharp, but what’s with the extra burnishing at the toe? Dealbreaker? Made in Italy though. Of course, the ultra cheap alternative would the brown suede wingtip from Claiborne. Currently on sale for $50 at JC Penney.
Brooks Brothers Stripe Canvas Belt – $23.98 ($48.00)
Medium, Large, and XL are all still available for this blue/green scheme. Red & navy is down to L and XL.
Bonobos Straight Leg Washed Cotton Twill Pants – $43.98 ($88)
The Bonobos Flagship pant for $44 shipped? Lots of sizes too. Don’t write off those green pants. They actually do real well with a dark polo and white canvas sneakers.
Paul Smith Calfskin Card Case – $63.98 ($160)
Paul Smith isn’t afraid of a little funkiness. And yeah, $160 as an original price is right. Paul Smith stuff is pricey. Made in Spain. A similar, more solid color case is available over here.
John W. Nordstrom Ethan Loafer – $87.49 ($175)
Swear… some of you will thank this here website if you take the plunge on a grey suede tassel loafer. A defense for a similar shoe can be found over here. From the upper scale house-brand of Nordstrom. Wear em’ with a navy blazer, white or off-white 5-pockets, a white shirt and a black leather belt / watch. It’s just different enough, and unlike wearing a navy blazer with khakis and boat shoes, you’ll look more like you’re headed to Lake Como, and less like you just walked out of a Golf Course pot luck.
Gitman Silk Knit Tie – $47.49 ($95)
Expensive even when on sale, but nails it on plenty of fronts. Not a cheap-o tie. You’ll be able to feel the quality with this one. Also available in a green as well as a royal blue. More on-sale Gitman ties can be found over here.
Filson Large Wool Duffel – $398.65 ($595)
4186 cubic inches of space puts this thing solidly in the “large” category. Wool exterior. Made in the USA. A ridonkulous splurge. The regular, non-wool version runs $358.
Great call by Ray in the comments with a reminder about Nordstrom’s Sale Adjustment policy: “If an item you have purchased is reduced in price within two weeks of your order date, we will happily adjust the sale price for you. Please note that we can only make one sale adjustment per item and designer goods originally purchased on sale are excluded.” So if you bought something a week or so ago when the Half-Yearly sale launched, and that same item (might have to be the same size/color too?) is now marked down further, you can save a bit of cash if you give them a call. More over here.
Don’t forget to get your price adjustments! Just saved an extra $10 on the alpha khakis
The Lubbocks on sale are only available in a 15. . .
The only time I’ve seen pink mist before was the Crazy 88s scene in Kill Bill
Where are you finding alpha khakis for under $30?
My comment was meant for those (myself included) who ordered the alpha’s at their initial reduced price of $39.53. Since they are further discounted, you can get a price adjustment. Good thing I didn’t wait since most in my size are all gone.
cole haan wingtip spectators you are mine!
Ugh why do I come to this site so often..
WHOA. There were more sizes than that a week or so ago. Those went quick. Dang.
Those Varvatos Wingtips look quite nice…
Might have to wait until the Annual sale for shoes though. I hope AE comes through!
Great call. Updated above. It has to be the same size/color though, doesn’t it?
Also, might be worth a look at the Zara sale for blazers and some suits. They’ve got some great deals out there.
Looking at the 1901 blue suedes. Anyone have any ideas on if it’s a good price? I’m in no particular rush just always wanted suede shoes to dress up jeans.
Tried on the Varvatos blazer. Too short for my taste.
Not quite sure. But from what I noticed, the color and size I purchased on the alphas were already sold out, but still got a price adjustment no hassle.
It’s a great price. Much cheaper than comparable J&M or BR models.
No, I adjusted today with the color no longer appearing in any size and they took care of it on live chat.
On another note, those Maui drivers sure are narrow.
Took a tip from the other post and sized down 1/2 neck size in the Nordstrom Trim Fit shirts and it makes a huge difference. The neck is actually appropriately sized to wear with a tie and much slimmer in the waist and arms. Almost too slim.
I’m so glad those Varvatos suede wingtips have rubber soles. If they were leather, I might have broken my spending fast and gotten in trouble with my account (and by that, I mean my wife).
Hate to ask, but is there any chance the sale prices drop any further? Anyone know how long the sale runs till? Eyeing a pair of shoes, but they’re are just 35% off, but would pull the trigger at 50%+
Yeah, the price shouldn’t drop any lower than this. I bought 1901’s during the last sale and $66 was the lowest they sold for.
I’ve had price adjustments done after a purchase, and they didn’t ask about the size or color. I did it through their online chat system.
Good to know. It looks chopped. How tall are you?
Yep, there’s a chance. But on some of the goods it seems like they’ll be stuck at that 35% off online, then might move to their Nordstrom Rack locations. Just a guess though.
This is encouraging for me and my stupid non-standard proportions. Seriously tempted.
I had them! And then I just got a email saying they did not update their inventory quickly enough.
I’m 5’9″ 165/170, previous weekend depending. The one I tried on was a pretty decent fit in the sleeves and chest but hit just a bit below belt level. I’d have considered it if it hadn’t made me look like a 13 year old in prep school who just ate a box of doughnuts on a dare.
I see the chopped look a lot on other dudes and it looks great, so to each his own. I ordered a bunch of other stuff you mentioned, and thanks for the tips. Can’t beat free ship/returns.
Price match it if it drops man. Nordstrom is cool like that.
Just stopped by a nordstrom store and picked up one of the Smart Care Trim Fit dress shirts, and it’s excellent! Feels well made and fits great.
Thanks for this! That’s a real timer saver.
Are these trim fit dress shirts wrinkle resistant? I dont mess with express or jcrew dress shirts that dont have a wrinkle/iron free label.
I just got my Rail III cotton twill blazer. It was on the website NOT in stock. Ordered both M and L because I couldn’t try it on. They arrived and I tried them both. Large fits like a glove (I wear a 41R). Sleeves need to be shortened. They refunded the price of the M. That’s it…. Un-lined casual twill blazer. $52.98 out the door!
First, I love the comment rules. More sites should post that.
Now, with the regrettable passing of Syms, can anyone suggest where I can get a quality dinner jacket for a Syms price? I’ve lost a lot of weight – something to do with climbing that mountain apparently – and I need a new one.